Playa Tropical Mexican Restaurant

I know, I know, another post about Mexican food. What can I say, it’s what I’m craving lately. I’ve heard really good things about this small Mexican restaurant in New West. I read Sherman’s review, and aside from him being my favourite food blogger, he has a reputation for telling it like it is. Looking at…

Patron Tacos and Cantina

Having dinner with @billyhur and @jminter is always a pleasure. This time we decided on a place close to their neck of the woods: Patron Tacos and Cantina. The location is ideal: Located on Robson St, this restaurant is steps away from Rogers Arena and BC Place Stadium. It’s pretty central from all the action…

Arturo’s Mexican to Go

Mexican food and summer just got together. So one sunny day I decided to check out Arturo’s Mexican to Go. This food truck is a veteran of the Vancouver street food scene. Arturo’s has been located on West Cordova, a block away from Waterfront Skytrain since 2010. Arturo’s recipe for success is a simple one:…

Poncho’s Mexican Restaurant

You’ll find Poncho’s Mexican restaurant right on the corner of Robson and Denman. I used to live right around the corner when I first got married, and Jake and I have celebrated many a happy occasion here. I know the owners personally: Alfonso and Kaeta are very nice people who take a lot of pride…

Salsa and Agave

Salsa and Agave is the real deal: Awesome Mexican food, served in a comfortable environment at a super affordable price. I’ve been coming here for awhile. Located across the Yaletown Skytrain station, their location is central to everything in downtown. The moment you get seated, you are presented with fresh chips and salsa. The chips…

Luna Loca

Luna Loca is one of those restaurants that has been around for a long time, and has changed owners. It used to be a great place to go, for good, cheap Mexican food in Surrey. In 2009, when the new owners arrived, there was a bit of a learning curve, and things were not as…

Las Coronas Mexican Restaurant

Jake and I took advantage of the rising loonie a few weeks back, and we headed to The States for a shopping trip. on our way to Seattle, we stopped in Arlington for a bite to eat. I love coming to Washington! They have great Mexican food here, and that was exactly what we were…

Latitude on Main

There’s something about summer that makes me crave tacos and cerveza. Latitude specializes in Latin American street food. They’re also famous for their latin brunches. I decided to check them out for dinner with a friend of mine. It’s a casual atmosphere with lots of natural light and with laid back, eclectic decor. We got…

Vallarta Grill

This restaurant is located in the heart of Gastown. They specialize in Mexican Cuisine, and their menu offers plenty of vegetarian options. They feature a large dining area as well as private party rooms. They also offer free salsa dancing every Saturday after 9pm. It’s easy to get to, it’s only a couple of blocks…